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title: "Multiband compression"
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description: "Compression applied to separate frequency bands independently — controls problematic ranges (boomy lows, harsh highs) without affecting the rest. Common..."
updated: 2026-10-25
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# Multiband compression

Compression applied to separate frequency bands independently — controls problematic ranges (boomy lows, harsh highs) without affecting the rest. Common in mastering and broadcast loudness control.

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## Related terms

[Sidechain](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/sidechain)[De-esser](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/de-esser)[LUFS](https://postproduction.studio/en/glossary/lufs)